Raider News
W.D. Richards Elementary April 2017
Principal's Corner
Dear Richards Families:
Are you ready for spring? Signs of spring have certainly been enjoyable to see in recent weeks. Our students came back from break refreshed and ready for the last quarter of the school year. Please encourage your children to dress appropriately for the changing weather. It is an easy time of year to forget coats and jackets with the cooler mornings and warmer afternoons. Please check lost and found in the back lobby near the cafeteria for missing items.
Our teachers worked very hard preparing students for the applied skills portion of ISTEP testing during the beginning of March. All of our students made a tremendous effort during testing. Our primary students were extra quiet in the hallways making the testing environment the best it could be during testing. Students taking the test gave maximum effort and did their very best. Parents did a wonderful job by having their children to school on time and ready to go during testing. We will be testing again the week of April 18. The last round of ISTEP testing for this year will cover current grade level standards and will measure what students know and are able to do at each grade level in core academic standards.
Congratulations to the members of the Richards Math Bowl team. Our students did an outstanding job and represented Richards well. I appreciate the efforts of the students, Mr. Morris, and all of the parents who helped contribute to the team’s success.
Please check the school calendar for school events during the month of April. Our teachers and staff have many wonderful things in store for your children this month. Please feel free to call me at 812-376-4311 or stop by the office if you have questions, concerns, or comments. I enjoy talking with you at any time.
Mr. Sprong
Dates to Remember!
April 10 - 5th Grade Band Sign-up for 2017-18
April 27 - FCA Mtg/Rm 114
May 10-12 - BOGO Book fair
May 26 - Field Day
37th Annual Elementary School Fitness Fun Run
The 37th Annual Elementary School Fitness Fun Run will be held at Mill Race Park on Saturday, May 13th beginning at 10:00 a.m. The run is hosted by the Columbus Running Club and is open to ALL elementary school students in Bartholomew AND surrounding counties.
Divisions/Distances
• Preschool & Kindergarten – ¼ mile
• 1st & 2nd Grade – ½ mile
• 3rd & 4th Grade – 1 mile
• 5th & 6th Grade – 1 mile
Snacks
• Snacks will be provided to all the runners after the run.
Awards
• Ribbons will be given to ALL finishers.
• Awards will be given to the top 5 boys and girls in each grade level group.
• Free t-shirt to all kids that pre- register by April 30th.
• Trophy will be presented to the school (large and small) with the most participants finishing the race.
Register online at www.runcolumbus.org
- Deadline for pre-registration is Thursday, May 11th.
- Must register by April 30th to be guaranteed a free t-shirt!
- Same-day registration will be available at the event beginning at 9:00 a. m.
- Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and club members there is no cost for this family friendly fitness event!
Questions?
Jennifer Morrill jen@millracecenter.org
Eva Cagwin cagwine@bcsc.k12.in.us
Atención estudiantes!
Ya pueden regístrese hoy para el 37º Evento Anual de Diversión Atlé,ca de Escuelas Primarias, que se llevará a cabo en el parque Mill Race Park, el sábado 13 de Mayo del 2017, comenzando a las 10:00 am. La carrera está organizada por el Columbus Running Club y está abierto a todos los estudiantes de las escuelas primarias en el Condado de Bartolomé y Condados circundantes.
Divisiones / Distancias
· Guardería y Pre-escolar - ¼ de milla
· 1º y 2º Grado - ½ milla
· 3º y 4º Grado - 1 milla
· 5º y 6º Grado - 1 milla
Aperi,vos:
· Bocadillos serán proporcionados a todos los corredores después de la carrera
Premios:
· A TODOS los finalistas se les entregara una banda dis,n,va de la carrera.
· Los premios serán otorgados a los 5 mejores niños y niñas, en cada de grado de su división.
· Las camisetas serán gra,s para todos los niños que se inscriban antes del 30 de abril,
2017.
· El trofeo será entregado a la escuela (grande y pequeña) con la mayoría de par,cipantes que terminen la carrera .
Regístrese en línea en www.runcolumbus.org
· Fecha límite de preinscripción es el jueves, 11 de mayo.
· Debe registrarse antes del 30 de abril para que se le garan,ce una camiseta gratis!
· Se pueden registrar también el mismo día en el lugar del evento, empezando a las 9:00
am
· Gracias a la generosidad de nuestros patrocinadores y a los miembros del Club, no hay
ningún costo para este evento atlé,co apto para familias!
Preguntas?
Jennifer Morrill jen@millracecenter.org
Eva Cagwin cagwine@bcsc.k12.in.us
Now Accepting Applications for PRE-K!!
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FCA
FCA meets each month at 7:30 am in room 114 (Wenzler) on the dates listed below. We hope you plan to join us and start your day off in prayer and fun activities. You do not have to be an athlete or sports fanatic to attend. All are welcome!
Thursdays at 7:30 am in room 114:
April 27
May 25
PTO NEWS
PTO Meeting – April 4th at 6:30pm (Child Care provided) Room 114
PTO Meeting – May 9th at 6:30pm (Child Care provided) Room 114
BOGO Book fair – May 10-12th (During Library time or lunch/recess)
Field Day – Friday, May 26th (rain date May 30th)
Click on the button below to find out how to volunteer for PTO!
Cafeteria News
Free/Reduced Meals Information
If your family meets the income qualifications for free or reduced lunch, and even if your child brings his or her lunch to school, there are several benefits that may be available for your family. Textbook assistance, waived ACT/SAT fees, waived dual credit course fees, discounted internet service or computer, discounts for sports or other programs, and iCare after-school program discounts are some possibilities. Click on the Link below for more details.
Did you know that the meal assistance is not just about lunch?
¿Sabía usted que la asistencia de comidas no es solo para el almuerzo?
Music Notes
Circle the State with Song
Congratulations to the following Raiders who represented Richards at the Circle the State with Song choral Festival at Southside Elementary on February 11: Madison Valentine, Gavin Foley, Arwyn Tian, Zoe King, Rochelle Burns, Katelyn Stetter, Ellie Combs, Thalia Trejo, Xandra Ellegood, Emma Burns, Cameron Barr, and Brianne Brummett. Madison, Gavin, Zoe, Xandra, and Cameron were also selected to participate in the Indiana All State Honor Choir in Fort Wayne in January. Congratulations, singers!
Spring Music Events
April 4, 9:00 am - 3rd and 4th grade field trip to the CIP Adventure Concert, Columbus North HS
May 8-12, 12:45-1:35 - 1st Grade Bring-Your-Parent –to-Music-Class Days
Monday, May 8, 12:45-1:35 – Mrs. Holl’s class
Thursday, May 11, 12:45-1:35 – Mrs. Voils’s class
Friday, May 12, 12:45-1:35 – Mrs. Frasier’s class
Wednesday, May 10, 11:30 am – 5th grade field trip to ISO
Thursday, May 18, 6:00 pm - 2nd& 3rd Grade Spring Program
If you ever have any questions or concerns about your child’s musical development, please do not hesitate to stop by, call, or email me at luekenm@bcsc.k12.in.us
Circle the State With Song
Art News
This semester all of the classes will be busy with a variety of projects. Some will learn about famous artists, some will create 3D art out of wire and clay, and some will be working with technology to create stop motion animations!! We have also started using technology to learn coding during art enrichment times - students love this and can access the site for free anytime!
Code.org is an amazing site that teaches people of all ages how to code, check it out!
Also take a look at the Art Room Instagram page below. I am continuously adding new photos and videos!
Thanks! ~Andi Bartels
Are you an RN or LPN? BCSC needs substitute nurses!
Interested in Substitute Teaching?
If you are interested in subbing, PLEASE contact Linda Denninger at the BCSC Administration Building. You can choose where you substitute teach and you can choose to substitute only at Richards Elementary or anywhere in the school district!
Linda Denninger
BCSC Receptionist/Sub-Coord.
1200 Central Avenue
Columbus, IN 47201
Phone: 812-376-4234
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W.D. Richards Elementary
Email: sprongd@bcsc.k12.in.us
Website: http://www.bcsc.k12.in.us/domain/1181
Location: 3311 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus, IN, United States
Phone: (812) 376-311
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